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A Guide to Hertfordshire is a comprehensive book written by An Old Inhabitant in 1880. The book provides a detailed history and description of the various towns and villages in Hertfordshire, a county in the south-east of England. The author covers all of the...

A History of Lewis County, West Virginia is a historical book written by Edward Conrad Smith in the year 1920. The book is an extensive account of the history of Lewis County, West Virginia, from its early settlement days to the early 20th century....

""Anarchy! An Authentic Exposition Of The Methods Of Anarchists, And The Aims Of Anarchism"" is a book written by Peter Latouche in 1908. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the anarchist movement, its principles, and its methods. It covers the history of anarchism,...

The Reminiscences of Chief Inspector Littlechild is a book written by John George Littlechild and published in 1894. The book is a memoir of Littlechild's experiences as a Chief Inspector in the London Metropolitan Police during the late 19th century. In the book, Littlechild...

""A Short History Of The 3rd Queen�������s Own Gurkha Rifles (1907)"" is a book written by Henry Doveton Hutchinson that provides a detailed account of the history of the 3rd Queen's Own Gurkha Rifles, a regiment of the British Indian Army. The book covers...

""A Brief History Of The Town Of Stoneham, Massachusetts: From Its First Settlement To The Year 1813"" is a historical account of the town of Stoneham, Massachusetts, written by Silas Dean and originally published in 1870. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the...

""A Description of the Machine for the Fireworks: With All Its Ornaments"" is a book written by Gaetano Ruggieri in 1749. The book provides a detailed account of the design, construction, and operation of a machine used for creating fireworks displays. The machine is...

The Early History of Jackson County, Georgia is a historical book written by Gustavus James Nash Wilson in 1914. The book details the early history of Jackson County, Georgia and is based on Wilson's own writings. It covers the period from the county's creation...

""The History of Clinton County, Missouri: Containing a History of the County, its Cities, Towns, Etc."" is a book written by the National Historical Company in 1881. It is a comprehensive account of the history of Clinton County, Missouri, covering everything from its early...

The History of New South Wales: From Its First Discovery to the Present Time is a book written by an anonymous author known only as ""A Literary Gentleman"" and published in 1811. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of New South...

The Ruined Cities of Mashonaland is a historical book written by James Theodore Bent in 1892. The book is a detailed account of the author's expedition and exploration of the ruins of Mashonaland in 1891. Mashonaland is a region in Zimbabwe that was once...

The Early History Of Jackson County, Georgia: The Writings Of G. J. N. Wilson, Embracing Some Of The Early History Of Jackson County (1914) is a historical book written by Gustavus James Nash Wilson. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history...

""The Influence of the Sea on the Political History of Japan"" is a historical book written by George Alexander Ballard in 1921. The book explores the impact of the sea on the political and social development of Japan from ancient times to the early...

The book titled ""The Barnstormers: An Account Of The Barnstorming Of The Barnstormers Of The Barnville (1914)"" is written by Max Aley. It is a historical account of the barnstorming phenomenon that occurred in the early 20th century in America, specifically in the town...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Sorrow On The Land is a historical account of a devastating flood that occurred on February 5, 1852, in the Bilberry Reservoir area. The book is written by a Wesleyan Minister who witnessed the disaster and provides a detailed description of the events leading...

The History of Paisley is a book written by John Parkhill and originally published in 1857. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Paisley, a town located in the west-central Lowlands of Scotland. The author starts by tracing the origins of...

The History of Jamaica V1: Or General Survey of the Antient and Modern State of That Island (1774) is a book written by Edward Long. It provides a comprehensive account of the history of Jamaica, covering both ancient and modern times. Long covers a...

The History of the Achaean League: As Contained in the Remains of Polybius (1888) is a historical book written by the ancient Greek historian Polybius. The book is a detailed account of the Achaean League, a confederation of Greek city-states that existed from the...

Rambles In Northumberland And On The Scottish Border: Interspersed With Brief Notices Of Interesting Events In Border History is a book written by Stephen Oliver in 1835. The book is a travelogue that takes readers on a journey through Northumberland and the Scottish border....

The History of the English Revolution is a comprehensive book written by F. E. Dahlmann, first published in 1844. The book provides a detailed account of the English Revolution, which took place during the 17th century. It covers the period from the reign of...

The History of Insects is a book written by the Religious Tract Society in 1839. It provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of insects found in the world, their life cycles, and their behavior. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing...

Paine Genealogy, Ipswich Branch: Including A Brief History Of The Norman Race, To Which All Families Of Paine Belong (1881) is a book written by Albert Ware Paine. The book is a genealogical account of the Paine family, specifically the Ipswich branch, and provides...

The History of Our Shakespeare Club is a book written by William Harris and published in 1903. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Shakespeare Club, a literary society founded in the 19th century in the United States. The author...

The History of King Lear: A Tragedy (1749) is a play written by Nahum Tate that is based on William Shakespeare's King Lear. The play tells the story of an aging king who decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters based on...

The Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia (1919) by Vahan M. Kurkjian is a comprehensive historical account of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia, which was a state that existed from the 12th to the 14th century in what is now modern-day Turkey. The book provides a...

""The Rocks of Deer Creek, Harford County, Maryland: Their Legends and History"" is a historical and cultural book written by Thomas Turner Wysong in 1880. The book is a comprehensive account of the geological formations and legends surrounding the rocks of Deer Creek, a...

""The Possibility of Approaching the North Pole Asserted"" is a book written by Daines Barrington in 1818. The book explores the possibility of reaching the North Pole and the challenges that explorers would face in attempting to do so. Barrington argues that it is...

The Practice of the County Courts, By Writ of Justicies: With Forms, Declarations, Costs, Etc. is a legal guidebook written by Joseph Sweet and originally published in 1828. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the procedures and practices of county courts, specifically focusing...

The History of the Prophet Elisha, written by William Plaskett Dothie in 1872, is a religious text that explores the life and teachings of the biblical prophet Elisha. The book provides a detailed account of Elisha's journey, from his early days as a disciple...

The Parish Church Of Aston-Juxta-Birmingham: Its Ancient History, And Its Modern Restoration (1889) is a historical book written by William Eliot. The book explores the history of the parish church of Aston-Juxta-Birmingham, including its origins, architecture, and notable events throughout the centuries. Eliot also...

The Kingship of Self-Control: Individual Problems and Possibilities is a self-help book written by William George Jordan in 1899. The book aims to help readers understand the importance of self-control and how it can be used to overcome individual problems and achieve success. Jordan...

The History and Antiquities of Glastonbury: Collected from Various Authors is a book written by William Dugdale in 1792. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and antiquities of Glastonbury, a small town in Somerset, England, which is known for its rich...

The Lichtenwalner Family History (1900) is a comprehensive record of the Lichtenwalner family, tracing their lineage back to the 17th century. The book includes detailed genealogical information on the family, including birth and death dates, marriages, and other significant events. It also provides historical...

The book ""History of Sanquhar"" written by Robert Simpson in 1853 is a detailed account of the town of Sanquhar in Scotland. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the town's history, including its origins, development, and significant events that have shaped its growth...

The book ""History of the Town of Carver, Massachusetts: Historical Review, 1637-1910"" is a comprehensive account of the history of the town of Carver, Massachusetts, from its founding in 1637 up until 1910. Written by Henry S. Griffith and published in 1913, the book...

History Of The Colony Of Natal, South Africa is a book written by William Clifford Holden in 1855. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Colony of Natal, which was established by the British in 1843. It covers the period...

""History Of The Hume, Kennedy And Brockman Families: In Three Parts"" is a book written by William Everett Brockman and first published in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive account of the genealogy and history of the Hume, Kennedy, and Brockman families, tracing their...

The book ""History Of The Campaign Of General T. J. Stonewall Jackson In The Shenandoah Valley Of Virginia: From November 4, 1861 To June 17, 1862"" was written by William Allan and published in 1880. The book provides a detailed account of the military...

Minnesota Explorers and Pioneers: From 1659 to 1858 is a historical book written by Edward Duffield Neill in 1881. The book is a comprehensive account of the early explorers and pioneers who played a significant role in the development of Minnesota. The author has...

Natural History of the Konkan is a book written by J.H. Lloyd in 1876. The Konkan region is a coastal strip of land in western India, stretching from Maharashtra to Goa. The book is a comprehensive study of the flora and fauna of this...

From Metternich to Bismarck: A Textbook of European History, 1815-1878 is a historical textbook written by Lionel Cecil Jane and published in 1910. The book covers the period of European history from the Congress of Vienna in 1815 to the establishment of the German...

General Joseph Graham: And His Papers On North Carolina Revolutionary History is a historical book written by William Alexander Graham and published in 1904. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and contributions of General Joseph Graham, a prominent figure in the...

Hakluytus Posthumous Or Purchas His Pilgrims V2: Containing A History Of The World In Sea Voyages And Land Travels By Englishmen And Others (1907) is a book written by Samuel Purchas. The book is a collection of travel narratives and historical accounts of voyages...

""Early History of Idaho"" is a historical book written by William John McConnell in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history of Idaho, including the discovery of the state by Lewis and Clark, the establishment of the fur trade, the...

""Friendly Societies and Fraternal Orders: A History of the Legislation, Supervision, Mortality, Experience, Management, Reforms, Rates of Assessment"" is a book written by Abb Landis in 1900. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of friendly societies and fraternal orders in the...

""Account of the Buck Family of Bucks County, Pennsylvania: and of the Bucksville Centennial Celebration Held June 11, 1892"" is a historical book written by William Joseph Buck. The book provides a detailed account of the Buck family, one of the earliest families to...

""A History of Ornamental-Foliaged Pelargoniums"" by Peter Grieve is a comprehensive guide to the cultivation, propagation, and production of ornamental pelargoniums. First published in 1869, the book provides a detailed history of the plant, including its origin, development, and popular varieties. It also offers...

""A Tropical Dependency"" is a historical account of the Western Sudan region, with a focus on the modern settlement of Northern Nigeria. Written by Flora Louisa Shaw in 1905, the book provides an outline of the ancient history of the region, including its political...

A History of England V1: From the First Invasion by the Romans to the End of the Reign of George the Third (1829) is a book written by Mrs. Markham. It is a comprehensive historical account of England, covering the period from the Roman...